When Regi Carter stumbled across an ad for a yet-to-open cocktail bar seeking a beverage director, it serendipitously aligned with what she was already working on: cocktails with Southeast Asian flavors. Born in the Philippines, Carter sailed around the world when she was 18, making stops at almost every Southeast Asian country. Her creations are a personal representation of her experiences.
Similarly, Indian American chef and restaurateur Sanjay Chandrasekaran has offered his singular perspective on Indian cuisine at The Sudra for the past decade. Together, they join forces with Lightning Bar Collective and Design Department to create a tropical oasis at the corner of Fremont and Mississippi. XO
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